XRP is moving toward a historic inflection point as Ripple advances the XRPL Lending Protocol, introducing protocol-level, fixed-rate institutional credit that could unlock scalable yield, deeper liquidity, and new balance-sheet flexibility across global onchain markets. XRP Entering First Protocol-Level Credit Era as XRPL Lending Targets Institutional Liquidity Ripple shared on Dec. 19 that a new […]

Social media sentiment indicates Bitcoin is in a range where a drop below $75,000 is possible, according to Santiment founder Maksim Balashevich.

The price action of Bitcoin over the past week tells a perfect story of its performance this year. The premier cryptocurrency experienced incredible levels of volatility throughout the week, oscillating between the $90,000 and $86,000 range over the past few days. The latest market evaluation shows that the future of the Bitcoin price might be […]

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Canton Network, which focuses on blockchain infrastructure for institutional and corporate use cases, has continued to secure notable partnerships. The network’s native token, CC, has emerged as thThe post Canton Network surges on SEC-linked boost – Can CC extend gains? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

A Record-Breaking Haul for North Korean Hackers In a stunning escalation of cyber threats, has marked 2025 as its most lucrative year yet in the world of theft. According to blockchain analytics powerhouse Chainalysis, hackers backed by the isolated regime […] The post North Korea Just Had Its Biggest Year Ever Stealing Cryptocurrency appeared first on Blockmanity.

Robert Kiyosaki warns the global economy is heading toward a crash driven by Federal Reserve rate cuts, rising inflation, and a weakening dollar, urging investors to prepare now by shifting into real assets and cryptocurrency. Kiyosaki Reinforces Bullish Stance on Bitcoin and Metals as Fed Policy Deepens Inflation Risk Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling […]

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Ethereum’s recent rebound attracted institutional and whale attention, with several large holders moving ETH to exchanges after the rally. The activity followed ETH’s sharp move higher after the BThe post Analyzing Ethereum’s price rebound as BlackRock shifts $109M in ETH appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Cardano's (ADA) price is falling below the 21-day SMA support.

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The roadmap focuses on Aave V4, Horizon, and Aave App as Aave exits SEC scrutiny.

Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department has launched a new service enabling charities in the emirate to accept cryptocurrency and virtual asset donations. Establishing a Regulated Framework The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) has introduced a new service allowing charitable associations and institutions in the emirate to accept donations in cryptocurrency and […]

Blockstream CEO Adam Back publicly rebuked Castle Island Ventures partner Nic Carter after Carter explained why his firm backed Project Eleven, a startup that says it will protect bitcoin and other crypto assets from quantum computing risks. Related Reading: Coinbase Escalates Regulatory Fight With Lawsuit Against 3 States Back told Carter on X that his […]

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Stablecoins are growing relentlessly. In Europe, euro-denominated stablecoins have crossed $1 billion in market value. At the same time, USD Coin [USD] is spreading across more blockchains, with CiThe post Here's how Euro stablecoins hit $1B despite weak hype appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Coinbase sent a clear message to scammers, warning that anyone who tries to steal from its customers will face law enforcement action, as the company vows to track offenders, recover funds, and bring perpetrators to justice. Coinbase Sends a Direct Warning as It Works With Law Enforcement Against Those Stealing From Customers Crypto exchange Coinbase […]

The market cap of bitcoin mining stocks climbed 9.43% on Friday, finishing the session with every one of the top ten publicly traded miners by market value in the green, including three names that logged double-digit advances. With just one week left on the 2025 calendar, nearly the entire mining cohort — save for two […]

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Multiple factors, including ETF outflows, contracting demand, and price falling below key support levels, indicate the start of a BTC bear market.

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Bitcoin’s Meteoric Rise Meets Choppy Waters Bitcoin is dancing near the $90,000 mark, captivating investors worldwide with its relentless upward trajectory. Yet, as the cryptocurrency king flexes its muscles after a stellar 13% weekly gain, storm clouds are gathering. Analysts […] The post Bitcoin Faces Potential $70K Correction Before Targeting $100K as Whale Activity Remains Strong appeared first on Blockmanity.

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Toncoin's (TON) price is falling below the moving average lines after being rejected at the $1.70 high.

CoinGecko reports meme coins surged past $150B after the U.S. election, then plunged nearly 70% within a year.

Cryptocurrency exchange ByBit has announced that it is relaunching a crypto platform in the United Kingdom two years after pausing its operations. The Dubai-based firm wound down its services in late 2023 as the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) imposed stricter financial promotion regulations.  Bybit To Offer 100 Spot Trading Pairs To UK Users In […]

It’s been over a year since the election cycle kicked off a bull run.  Even with all the FUD, macro uncertainty, and back-to-back flash crashes, most altcoins have managed to hold onto their eleThe post Cardano erases 100% of election rally gains - Can ADA hold top 10? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Bitcoin hovered at $88,202 per coin at 2:30 p.m. EST on Dec. 20, as derivatives markets quietly shifted into a more cautious posture following the Dec. 19 options expiry. Futures leverage eased, options positioning has thickened, and traders appeared more interested in protection than bravado. BTC Derivatives Data Shows Traders Hedging, Not Chasing According to […]

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Bitcoin's fundamental properties make it a better long-term bet than gold, according to Bitcoin maximalist and analyst Matthew Kratter.

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During periods of extreme fear and broader crypto weakness, even strong projects feel the strain. Over the past week, Sei [SEI] has come under pressure as sellers maintained control and market sentimeThe post Why SEI must reclaim KEY support to avoid drop below $0.07 appeared first on AMBCrypto.

TLDR: BTCUSD/Gold ratio suggests Bitcoin is undervalued compared to gold. Daily RSI below 30 shows historical cycle lows and potential bullish divergence. Exchange reserves drop to 2.76M BTC, indicating reduced selling pressure. Miner and whale activity shows controlled distribution amid consolidation. Bitcoin market valuation is gaining renewed attention as analysts examine relative performance against gold [...] The post Bitcoin Undervalued Against Gold as Technical and On-Chain Signals Diverge appeared first on Blockonomi.

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A new global analysis finds that hundreds of the world’s data centers are operating in climates that are too hot for optimal performance, raising costs, energy demand, and long-term sustainability concerns. Nearly 7,000 Data Centers Sit Outside Optimal Temperature Range, Study Finds The report, published by Rest of the World and authored by Hazel Gandhi […]

The XRP price action is back in focus as an analyst outlines a clear strategy for managing gains in the current market structure. Although XRP has been trending downward for the past few months, the analysis highlights the potential for a recovery and a strong upward move soon. With the price already reacting from a […]

ZCash [ZEC] made an impressive move in the past 24 hours, as the privacy token once again attracted investor interest. At press time, trading volume reached $744 million, with the asset surging over The post ZCash - Examining if ZEC can target $750 as volume hits $744M appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Despite its sudden price shift, XRP still stands a chance at retesting $1.77 if momentum fades, propelling its price for a deeper correction.

: What This Means for Europe’s Financial Future The European Central Bank (ECB) is making headlines by fully committing to blockchain technology. This move signals a transformative shift toward a more efficient, secure, and sovereign digital banking ecosystem across Europe. […] The post ECB Embraces Blockchain: A New Era for Digital Banking in Europe appeared first on Blockmanity.

Binance has warned projects against fake listing brokers, offering up to $5M for tips that will help stop fraudulent activity.

With an intraday jump, the Ethereum price shows sustainability above the neckline support of long-coming head and shoulders…

TLDR:  VELO maintains a higher-low structure on the 3-day chart, supporting a developing recovery despite recent price weakness. A confirmed break from the long-term downtrend signals a shift from distribution toward accumulation in VELO’s market cycle. Declining sell-side volume suggests exhaustion, reinforcing the view that recent pullbacks remain corrective in nature. VELO’s RWA and tokenized [...] The post VELO Holds Bullish Structure as Technical Recovery Aligns With Real-World Asset Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.

Crypto and Web3 projects market themselves as decentralized but still rely on centralized cloud infrastructure to power applications.

Stablecoins caught their breath this week, with $823.09 million slipping out of the sector over the past seven days, nudging the total down by 0.27%. The heaviest hit came from Blackrock’s BUIDL, which logged a 6.22% trim and was bumped from the top ten stablecoins by market cap, landing at No. 12. A Few Stablecoins […]

TLDR:  RedSwan and the Stellar Development Foundation launched a $100M commercial real estate tokenization program The initiative enables fractional ownership, allowing investors to access property markets with lower capital requirements Stellar’s blockchain supports cross-border transfers and continuous liquidity for tokenized real estate assets RedSwan builds on prior success after previously tokenizing $100M in real estate [...] The post RedSwan Launches $100M Real Estate Tokenization Initiative on Stellar Blockchain appeared first on Blockonomi.

US Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyoming), a renowned cryptocurrency advocate, announced on December 19, 2025, that she will not seek reelection in 2026 and will leave the Senate when her term ends in early 2027. Her decision marks the impending departure of a pivotal advocate for digital asset regulation at a time of growing policy activity […]

Bitcoin reached significant multiyear support versus gold as commentary diverged over a breakdown and the start of a new bear market.

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At first glance, the data looked worrying. The numbers showed long-term holders (LTHs) selling Bitcoin [BTC] heavily, with worries about whether BTC was starting to crack. But a closer look tells yThe post Bitcoin - Assessing why BTC LTH selling fears may be overblown appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Bitcoin’s latest market phase looks less like a pause and more like a pivot, as Cryptoquant researchers say onchain demand exhaustion is now signaling the early stages of a bear market, according to a new analysis. Analysis Warns Bitcoin Demand Growth Is Now Below Trend Cryptoquant’s latest report argues that most of this cycle’s incremental […]

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Has the correction of SHIB ended yet?

BitMine’s growing Ether holdings are reshaping how investors assess the company’s balance sheet, risk exposure and equity valuation.

Does the price of XRP have enough strength to fix above $2?

Ethereum spot ETFs recorded $75.89 million in net outflows on December 19, extending the losing streak to seven consecutive trading days. BlackRock’s ETHA accounted for all redemptions while the remaining eight Ethereum ETFs posted zero flow activity. Total net assets…

Can the rate of Bitcoin (BTC) return above $90,000 next week?

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Navigating the for December 19, 2025 In the ever-shifting landscape of global finance, understanding where capital is flowing can make or break investment strategies. Today’s reveals intriguing patterns: a subtle rotation from traditional safe havens like bonds and gold toward […] The post Stocks, Bonds, Gold & Crypto Market Update 12/19/2025: Where Is The Capital Flowing & Why It Matters? appeared first on Blockmanity.

The XRP ETF green streak continues, while the rest are seeing mostly outflows.

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Cardano is advancing beyond a single‑chain paradigm, with plans now hinting at a future of interchains.

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Recently, both the price of ADA and the ETH price have seen some dips. In fact, they have experienced double-digit drops on the weekly charts. Although some influencers like Marzell and Gordon have maThe post Cardano and Ethereum price predictions shock investors, but this holiday’s hottest crypto pick could be Digitap appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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XRP has slipped back toward the $1.85 area as broad market pressure keeps major coins choppy into mid-December. Live pricing showed XRP trading in the mid-$1.80s, with intraday swings reflecting elevated volatility as the token slipped below $2, after losing the $2 handle that traders often treat as a psychological line. In the same risk-off [...] The post XRP Falls To $1.85 While Digitap ($TAP) Wins On Banking Utility, Cashback, And Fee Discounts: Best Crypto Presale 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

The competition between L1s has never been this tight. As blockchain adoption grows, L1s are upgrading their infrastructure to attract more real-world use cases. In 2025, the pace of back-to-back uThe post Solana vs. Ethereum heats up – Is the ‘ETH killer’ narrative finally real? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has predicted that the Bitcoin price could rally to $200,000 next year despite the current crypto market downturn. He also revealed what will spark this parabolic rally, citing recent liquidity measures by the U.S. Federal Reserve.  Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Price Will Reach $200,000 Next Year In his latest Substack post, […]

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Ripple CTO David Schwartz has weighed in on what defines event contracts amid Coinbase's latest move.

TLDR: Ripple deepens partnership with TJM to improve institutional trade execution and clearing. Investment allows TJM clients easier access to digital and traditional markets. Ripple Prime enhances capital efficiency and stability for institutional transactions. Institutional adoption of digital assets grows as Ripple and TJM expand collaboration. Ripple has strengthened its position in institutional markets by [...] The post Ripple Expands Institutional Reach Through Strategic Partnership with TJM appeared first on Blockonomi.

The artificial intelligence sector is not just hype; it’s proving to be one of the best investment opportunities, with companies like Grayscale reporting that 2026 should be the year of blockchain and AI integration. With this outlook, cryptocurrencies like TAO, ICP, and DeepSnitch AI could directly benefit and have a bullish year ahead. Among the [...] The post Best AI Crypto to Invest in for 2026: TAO, ICP, and DeepSnitch AI (Which Could Rise 100x) appeared first on Blockonomi.

The challenge now is for the global development community to prioritize the adoption of open, decentralized AI infrastructures.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes called the Federal Reserve’s Reserve Management Purchases (RMP) program “QE in disguise,” predicting renewed liquidity will drive Bitcoin higher. The Maelstrom Fund CIO expects Bitcoin (BTC) to trade between $80,000 and $100,000 near-term before reclaiming $124,000…

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Meanwhile, ETH continues to struggle below $3,000.

Ethereum remains in a corrective phase, with recent price action showing compression rather than expansion. Volatility has contracted, and the market is currently rotating within clearly defined technical boundaries. Technical Analysis By Shayan The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, ETH is trading inside a well-defined range. The upper boundary of this range is capped […]

XRP ETFs' growth highlights potential for diversification in crypto investments, but market volatility and Bitcoin's dominance pose challenges. The post XRP ETFs see steady inflows as total assets hit $1.2B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

To complement the efforts of Ripple Labs in the XRP Ledger development, innovators are now working on a lending system.

More than 100 new crypto ETFs are expected to hit U.S. markets in 2026, according to analysts watching the SEC’s evolving listing standards. While the flood of new investment products could reshape how institutions access digital assets, many of these funds may not survive beyond their first year. This has traders questioning where the real [...] The post Latest Crypto News December 2025: SEC ETF Approval Wave Boosts Market Hype, DeepSnitch AI Dominates Early 2026 Presale Action appeared first on Blockonomi.

As the market moves deeper into its recovery phase, investors are beginning to focus on altcoins that may have the strongest setups for long-term growth. Several well-known assets are attempting to reclaim momentum, while one emerging DeFi token has already recorded a 250% surge and is gaining attention across the sector. With 2027 approaching, traders [...] The post Top 3 Altcoins to Watch by 2027, One Has Already Delivered a 250% Surge Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.

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XRP long traders have gone completely silent in the last hourly liquidation session as only short traders suffered the overall wipe-off that happened during the event.

Privacy protocol Midnight Network has recorded more than 60% in daily trading volume to over $3.5 billion.

TLDR: ETH ETFs saw over $600M outflows during the week starting Dec 15, 2025. BlackRock’s ETHA led withdrawals with roughly $467M leaving the fund. Fidelity (FETH) and Grayscale (ETHE) lost $35M and $49M, respectively. Reduced institutional exposure may pressure Ethereum’s price around $2,886. ETH is facing notable selling pressure as Spot Ethereum ETFs recorded substantial [...] The post Ethereum ETF Outflows Surge Over $600M as Institutional Selling Hits Ethereum appeared first on Blockonomi.

The week of December 14-20, 2025, recorded $335.1 million in crypto VC funding across 18 projects. As per the data, RedotPay’s $107 million Series B round led a year-end funding period. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of this week’s crypto funding…

Over the last week, Bitcoin recorded waves of significant correction, reaching a price bottom of $85,000 as broader financial markets also tumbled in fear of an impending economic recession. As many are opting to exit their investments, recent on-chain data show that the current tumultuous market presents an ideal accumulation opportunity for risk-seeking Bitcoin investors. […]

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Chainlink traded inside a descending channel after rejection near $23 roughly two months ago. On the daily chart, Chainlink [LINK] rebounded from a $11.7 dip and traded near $12.5 at press time. The post Why Chainlink held $12 despite 11.25mln LINK unlock appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Bitcoin’s price stands at $88,195 as of Dec. 20, 2025, giving the asset a market cap of $1.76 trillion while 24-hour trading volume registers at $37.07 billion. The session has respected a defined intraday band between $86,929 and $88,759, pointing to a market that is active but far from impulsive. In other words, bitcoin is […]

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Caroline Pham, acting chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, is set to join MoonPay following the confirmation of her replacement, a move that’s reigniting debate over crypto’s “revolving door.” As regulators pivot into the industry they once policed, investor sentiment is shifting sharply bullish. Against this backdrop, traders are watching for the next [...] The post Next Meme Coin to Explode December 2025: DeepSnitch AI Surges 92% as MoonPay Hires CFTC Chair, Signaling New Crypto Cycle appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR:  EDENA secures $100M from GEM to scale STO exchanges in Indonesia and Egypt. The investment supports tokenization of real estate, bonds, carbon credits, and commodities. EDENA plans 20–30 STOs in 2026 and aims for IPO prep in 2027. The EDENA token enables investment, staking, and governance across eight global exchanges. EDENA Capital Partners has [...] The post EDENA Capital Partners Secures $100M from GEM to Launch STO Exchanges in Emerging Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

The crypto community is taken aback by the new changes to the Shiba Inu official X account, but this is what happened.

Introduction: in the Spotlight In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the debate around continues to heat up. Both assets have faced significant headwinds recently, with Bitcoin dipping from its all-time highs and XRP struggling to maintain momentum. Yet, each has […] The post XRP vs. Bitcoin: Which Cryptocurrency Will Perform Better in 2026? appeared first on Blockmanity.

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The Central Bank of Russia recently referred to the properties of bitcoin mining and how it could help strengthen the Russian ruble. Elvira Nabiullina, head of the institution, stated that it was still difficult to assess the contribution of the activity in this regard. Central Bank of Russia Regards Bitcoin Mining As An Aid to […]

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After hype-heavy cycles, Presto expects Bitcoin to reach $160K as tokenization and institutional crypto accelerate.

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Over 125 crypto firms urged senators to resist reopening stablecoin reward rules already set in law. Industry leaders argue the GENIUS Act clearly limits issuers while allowing third-party rewards. Banks warn rewards could shift deposits, while data cited by crypto groups disputes that claim. Senate negotiations continue, with lawmakers seeking balance between banking stability and [...] The post Stablecoin Rewards Face Fresh Pushback as Crypto Firms Press Senate Panel appeared first on Blockonomi.

As the cryptocurrency market fails to enter a full bull market despite bullish macroeconomic factors and institutional adoption, multiple analysts have started evaluating crypto’s deeper structural issues. As major digital assets lose steam, traders are not only trying to find the best altcoins to buy but are also rotating into new presale projects. DeepSnitch AI [...] The post Best Altcoins To Buy: Analysts Question Crypto’s Structural Issues, DeepSnitch AI’s Presale Performance Confirms 100x Narrative appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released new sanctions against Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, along with Gary Wang and Nishad Singh, former executives of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX, as part of a larger case surrounding FTX’s misconduct. SEC Targets Key FTX Figures In Fraud Case On Friday, the […]

BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF ranked sixth in 2025 ETF inflows despite posting a negative annual return, a signal analysts say reflects long-term conviction.

A crypto user has lost 50 million USDT to an address spoofing scam despite growing awareness campaigns.

The market continues to chop with no clear direction. Notably, this comes as most macro volatility now appears to be behind us. The BOJ rate hike is priced in, Trump’s tariff concerns have faded The post $415M options pin Bitcoin in range – Can BTC hold $85K? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $457M this week, marking their strongest day of inflows in over a month and signaling renewed institutional intent. The bulk of that demand came from Fidelity and BlackRock products. It’s a sign that institutional capital is beginning to reposition after weeks of uneven flows. The timing is notable. Analysts framed [...] The post Best Crypto Presale December 2025: ETF Inflows Mark Renewed Institutional Confidence, DeepSnitch AI Jumps 92% appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP's double bottom pattern hints at a $2 retest, but conviction needs to return to the markets.

Bitso Business, the business-to-business arm of Bitso, announced that it was on the way to process nearly $82 billion in stablecoin payments in 2025. Felipe Vallejo, Bitso Chief Corporate Affairs Officer and Country Manager at Bitso Mexico, highlighted that this evidenced a shift toward stablecoin-based infrastructure. Bitso Business Announces Milestone: $82 Billion in Stablecoin Payments […]

A user lost nearly $50 million in USDt after copying a poisoned wallet address from transaction history, showing how subtle address spoofing can trick users.

Shiba Inu netflow has dipped hard as a key metric prints a bullish signal with over 125 billion SHIB marking the difference between tokens flowing in and out of exchanges.

December has been a month of big news in the crypto market. Metamask, one of the oldest wallets and famous for being used on the Ethereum network, announced that it will support Bitcoin. Meanwhile, Hyperliquid approved burning 13% of its total supply. DeepSnitch AI has been one of the most successful presales in 2025, already [...] The post Best Crypto to Buy Now: HYPE Approves Burn Ethereum Forms Inverse H&S, DeepSnitch AI Pumps 92% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Brian Armstrong has promised to find all crypto scammers targeting the funds of its customers after recently joining efforts with the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office to fight bad actors.

The “crypto Robin Hood” story has reached its legal end. A London court has sentenced former Pump.fun developer Jarett Dunn to six years in prison after he stole roughly $2 million worth of Solana from his employer and dispersed the funds to thousands of random wallets. The ruling, first reported by Decrypt, closes one of the most unusual insider theft cases to emerge from the memecoin boom. Former https://t.co/3t8bJWPJQO Dev Gets 6 Years in Prison Decrypt reporter @Ryan_S_Gladwin breaks down today's verdict in the case of Jarett Dunn aka @STACCoverflow, the former @Pumpfun employee who drained the platform of $2 The post Former Pump.fun Developer Sentenced to Six Years After $2M SOL Heist appeared first on The Merkle News.

Bitcoin moved fast. Then it pulled back just as quickly. A sudden surge pushed BTC to roughly $90,087 on Coinbase a few hours ago. The rally looked decisive at first. It wasn’t. Price faded soon after, sliding back toward the $86,580 zone where it now trades. The move reignited debate around leverage, supply pressure, and whether the market is building toward $100K, or stalling beneath it. 😮 Bitcoin saw an enormous jump to ~$90,087 on @coinbase 2 hours ago before quickly sliding back to its current ~$86,580 market value. Bitcoin’s rising positive funding rates on exchanges signals more leveraged long The post Bitcoin Rips to $90K, Then Slips as Leverage and Supply Collide appeared first on The Merkle News.

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$NEAR is now live on Solana. And the implications go far beyond a simple token listing. The NEAR Protocol token has officially launched on the Solana network, powered by NEAR Intents in collaboration with Orb Markets. The move marks a major step in NEAR’s push toward universal trading, seamless cross-chain liquidity, and its broader vision as the blockchain underpinning the agentic, AI-driven economy. $NEAR, now on @Solana. Powered by NEAR Intents × @Orb_Markets https://t.co/PFI5x6trGB pic.twitter.com/7REE0gd6sx — NEAR Protocol (@NEARProtocol) December 18, 2025 For users, the change is immediate. For the ecosystem, it is structural. BREAKING: $NEAR, the @NEARProtocol token, is The post NEAR Goes Live on Solana as Cross-Chain Trading and AI Ambitions Accelerate appeared first on The Merkle News.

TRON is pushing deeper into real-world financial infrastructure. TRON has announced that Kalshi, the world’s largest regulated prediction market, has integrated the TRON blockchain network. The update enables seamless deposits and withdrawals using TRX, TRON’s native utility token, alongside USDT issued on TRON. https://twitter.com/trondao/status/2001713040925036692 While the announcement may look like a routine infrastructure upgrade, the implications stretch far beyond a simple wallet integration. It expands Kalshi’s multichain capabilities, opens new liquidity pathways, and further connects traditional financial markets with production-grade blockchain rails. https://twitter.com/KalshiEco/status/2001730787675181215 TRX and USDT Go Live on Kalshi Kalshi has officially confirmed support for native TRX and TRC-20 The post TRON Integrates With Kalshi, Bringing TRX and USDT to the World’s Largest Prediction Market appeared first on The Merkle News.

Ethereum developers have officially named the network’s post-Glamsterdam 2026 upgrade Hegota. The name merges two parallel tracks into a single release: Bogota for the execution layer and Heze for the consensus layer. This isn’t just branding. It reflects how Ethereum now ships upgrades, coordinated, predictable, and incremental. Hegota will land later in 2026, following Glamsterdam, which is scheduled as Ethereum’s first upgrade of the year. Together, they continue the network’s now-established twice-yearly upgrade cadence, a model that Ethereum devs have been steadily refining. Instead of rare, dramatic forks, Ethereum now opts for smaller, clearly scoped upgrades that are easier to The post Ethereum Names Its Post-Glamsterdam 2026 Upgrade: Hegota appeared first on The Merkle News.

CC and UNI are also substantial gainers.

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Ethereum [ETH] looks bigger if you count heads. Bitcoin [BTC] looks stronger if you count coins. On paper, the former outperforms the latter in user participation. But Bitcoin’s supply on exchangesThe post Ethereum vs. Bitcoin: What the usage–value split says about prices appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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TLDR: KURV proposes XRP income ETF using options to generate yield, not spot or leverage exposure Filing follows live CME XRP derivatives, showing market infrastructure maturity and reliability Regulatory silence indicates growing confidence in structured XRP products and risk handling Parallel leveraged and income ETFs show XRP is now treated as a tradable asset, not [...] The post KURV Files XRP Income ETF as Market Shows Growing Risk Tolerance appeared first on Blockonomi.

BTC trades above a crucial support but it also reached a major sell wall.

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The 71-year-old said she doesn't have six more years in her.

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2025 has not been kind to the crypto market. At the macro level, the total crypto market cap is down 7.8%, shedding roughly $300 billion. Nearly 35% of the decline came from Bitcoin [BTC], meaning The post Binance Coin - Will BNB reach $2,000 in the next bull run? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

Authorities allege a sweeping crypto phishing operation that drained nearly $16 million from Coinbase users nationwide, underscoring how social engineering scams exploit trust, move funds across blockchains, and trigger aggressive enforcement by New York prosecutors. Brooklyn Prosecutors Move Against Alleged Coinbase Phishing Scheme A major law enforcement action has highlighted growing risks tied to cryptocurrency […]